The Division of Immunology UCT invites applications for a Master’s degree project. The successful candidate will have experience in immunology/ cell biology and a research interest in infectious diseases. The research will explore the role of Langerhans cell function in the immunology of the foreskin. The project also involves the incorporation of Langerhans Cells into ex vivo skin models.   

The Division of Immunology UCT invites applications for a PhD project. The successful candidate will have experience in proteomics or cell biology and a research interest in infectious diseases. The research will explore the role of epithelial barrier function in the male genital tract using proteomics to discover and validate protein signatures of the foreskin associated with HIV prevention. The project also involves the development of ex vivo models to validate the data.